"Challenging;
affirming; well structured. This is the best, most profound, challenging
and affirming coaching course I could possibly have chosen. It more
than exceeded my expectations. Thank you. The experiential
style is spot on. I'll be back."
Adrian Reith
"The programme
has been truly excellent; layered and interwoven as a process that allowed
us to learn incrementally, without getting either overwhelmed or bored.
The whole programme has been a transforming and enjoyable experience which
I shall not forget.
I particularly liked how (the trainers)
modelled the coaching principles in the way they both conducted themselves.
Phil and Colin have individual but complementary styles. It works. They
are open, vulnerable, thorough and dedicated. I enjoyed their playfulness
at times. The mentors added a layer of richness: their willingness
and responsiveness was great. I particularly appreciated the time
given to detailed feedback. THANK YOU."
Alasdair Cant
"The programme:
productive, powerful, value for money, effective, stimulating, challenging,
interesting, supportive, safe, realistic, practical, wide ranging levels
of experience but with consistent strength and sense of commitment from
course members. The course isn't exclusive, it opens its doors to
the coaching world - a new world - innovative, pioneering, competent, professional.
The trainers: non-judgemental, compassionate,
empathic, honest, transparent, sincere, genuine, authentic, human, patient,
encouraging, empowering, great communicators, humorous, trustworthy, interested
to learn as well as share, confident, capable, professional.
The mentors: supportive, encouraging,
fair, genuine, warm, valuable, eclectic, human, willing to share / learn
themselves, professional, open, honest, sincere, trustworthy, brave, transparent,
fun, courageous, champions."
Adrienne Dunlop
"The programme
was truly extraordinary in the learning space and environment that was
created that allowed me to gain insights into self, learn the fundamentals
about coaching and gain great confidence that I can coach.
Phil and Colin have a way of role
modelling the coaching behaviours and "essence" of coaching that cannot
be explained in a model or a framework. Their ability to succinctly articulate
complex theories is outstanding. Great care and attention has been applied
to the learning journey, enabling me to make connections and go deeper
at my pace.
A great gift to have such committed
and willing and skilled coaches (mentor team) supporting us. I found
them all approachable and useful."
Brenton Hague
"An intense and
in-depth training that combines theory and practicality with equal value.
A vigorous skills workout!! Everything you learn you get the opportunity
to practise and everything you practise you learn from.
The trainers speak with a frankness
and transparency; sharing from their experience and knowledge & joining
us in their own personal learning journey.
The mentors are there to support
and encourage as invited. There is no sense of pushing their opinions but
giving of themselves what you ask. They also add a sense of welcome and
friendliness in the first few days of getting to know the group."
Cara Young
"Life changing; ready for next phase.
What came up for me time after time was: I'm good enough what I am and
do now. I loved the positive constructive way this course was built
up. Enough attention to the individual, (and a) great, creative way
of (delivering) the programme in the different, differentiating (styles
of) learning methods. I also appreciate the value and richness of
the different level of expertise of the students."
Caroline Dandoy
"A journey of personal development
and growth which provided the basis for the acquisition of new professional
skills. This process and the learning I took from it far exceeded
my expectations.
(The trainers are) hugely competent;
bringing to the class the richness of their professional experience as
well as the depth of their 'being'.
(The mentors were) always available,
supportive, sensitive, mature; offering constructive feedback while very
open / able to continue learning."
Damiana Kralj
"A real learning
journey for me. An extremely well-designed learning experience with
a terrific balance of "teach-us", self-insight sessions, demos, practice
and feedback. High quality materials, skilful delivery and professional,
competency-based feedback from a range of sources, create an exceptional
learning environment.
(The trainers were) skilful, passionate
role models of continuous professional and personal development.
They gave much of themselves and worked very hard to meet our needs and
the needs of the professional body.
(The mentors were) an extremely valuable
resource; committed, enthusiastic, experienced and at your disposal.
This is a real USP."
Debra Woods
"I've been involved
in person-centred work for 25+ years - this is the best course I have ever
done. The programme has enabled me to "come home" to something very special
deep within me - to me as a coach - this is who I am. What a discovery
and home-coming! The course has matured, nourished, challenged, stretched
me - always safely and supportively.
The trainers: professional, supportive,
safe, challenging, committed, passionate about coaching. I feel privileged
to have been on your course.
The mentor team: really useful to
know there was a "safety net" of experienced coaches if I needed anything.
Incredibly supportive whenever I asked/needed to check out/clarify anything."
Eileen Roberts
"A valuable learning
experience: very in-depth and insightful. Emotionally draining at
times but extremely rewarding. This course has really taught me to believe
in myself as a coach. The course ticked all the right boxes for me
- I have no doubt I chose well. (The trainers are) knowledgeable,
approachable, warm. Phil and Colin both have very different but complementary
styles. It is a joy to watch their interaction. The course
has been well thought through by both of them."
Enid Pinder
"The programme provided a deep and
varied learning experience - great content, great process. Enormous
opportunity to practice; get feedback and learn and really be a coach.
I have moved from desire to be a coach to being one!
(The trainers:) a great duo!
Strange coming from a corporate background, first impressions were they
are not great "trainers" - the reality is they were themselves.
By being themselves, all that they
know and have as experience poured out and was available. They role-modelled
being coaches!
(The mentors:) always available,
never intrusive, solid knowledge base. Felt like a team - not just
a bunch of mentors! Created a context of warmth, organisation and
safety for the learning to happen."
Graham Hodge
"This programme
has been transformational. It has embodied and modelled everything that
it stands for. I have found myself opening like a flower - becoming more
and more aware, equipped and empowered to be the coach I am capable of
being, by discovering the person I actually am.
(The trainers are) a highly professional,
experienced, passionate, "off-the-fence" and authentic team, able to work
powerfully as themselves and seamlessly together. I experienced equality,
straightforwardness and directness in their style coupled with a willingness
to be human - flawed and warm! I have appreciated the alignment of
personal values with those of this model of coaching, and the course design
- and the clear commitment to working co-creatively with participants.
I have felt involved and responsible from the start, and able to contribute
and influence accordingly.
The mentor team has shown great commitment,
professionalism and skill throughout; together with warmth and understanding
of our learning process. They have 'bent over backwards' to be available
to us and have been a really valuable resource for us vis-à-vis
feedback. I was particularly grateful to be able to ask them for support
during the many wobbly patches."
Helen Ross
"This has
been the most inspiring, motivating and life-changing experience imaginable!
I had no idea what I was letting myself in for and the training has been
a revelation. Not only did I learn so many new skills - in a relatively
short period of time - but I also learnt so much about myself. The
training was always interactive and provided constant opportunities for
experiential learning. A very skilfully crafted course and a real
joy to be part of.
(The trainers:) a very good balance
of styles and personalities. Phil and Colin are both excellent trainers
but working together it provides an extra dimension. The skills and
training styles are different but complement each other well; always thoughtful,
well paced and full of excellent anecdotes and examples. Never a
boring moment.
It is great having (the mentors)
there! A lovely bunch of people who felt totally committed to furthering
our learning. An invaluable source of support and reassurance."
Henrietta Bond
"An opportunity to lean and grow,
both personally and professionally, in a safe environment. The experiential
parts were the most valuable in reinforcing the learning. The small
groups allowed for trust and intimacy to develop which, in turn, underpinned
the work. I found the material so positive and life-enhancing.
It has exceeded my expectations in every way.
The trainers were totally committed
to the group in a theoretical and practical way. Very approachable and
open to feedback in a constructive and welcoming way. Their positive
relationship with each other created harmony and a sense of shared purpose
which reflected onto the group and was a good model for us.
The mentor team was most helpful
for me in respect of observation and feedback during our coaching practice.
They were also available for questions and responded in a caring and helpful
way on any other matters arising."
Jackie Gilmore
"Deeply thought-provoking;
hugely insightful and therefore life-changing. 20 of the most enjoyable
days of my life. A privilege to spend time with such a great and
varied group of "adult" colleagues.
The trainers: excellent blend of
theory and experiential. Hugely helpful demos. Great sensitivity
and humour. Great dynamic between the two of you."
Jenny Howard
"I have learnt
and experienced more than I ever hoped to on this course. The growth
I have experienced both as a human being and as a coach has been immense.
The pace, depth and variety of the programme has meant that I have always
been challenged and inspired. The huge experiential element has allowed
me to develop actually 'being' a coach - not just talking about it.
Sorry to be cheesy, but it's been a life-changer!
Colin and Phil embody and live by
what they teach. It is clear to me the immense effort they have made
to ensure that all participants have the most rigorous and thorough experience
and go away really well equipped to be skilled coaches. This includes
more than just the skills to coach, but the information to be safe, professional,
ethical coaches who will be good ambassadors for the profession.
I have loved the way it has been set up to be an adult, supportive, non-competitive
environment and I do believe that is because of the personalities of our
fabulous trainers!
This would certainly have been a
less rich experience without the mentor team. Their skills; willingness
to participate; willingness to share their own learning journey and genuine
interest in us as a group, has been so valuable. I have always felt that
there is someone I could go to who has the time and interest and skills.
They are wonderful."
Lorna Clansey
"It has been a hugely positive experience,
both in terms of practical learning and personal growth (backwards as well
as forwards!) I've very much appreciated the opportunity to participate
and for the support I received in doing this, so THANK YOU. If coaching
is a dance between two people, this was a ball!
Colin's commitment to high standards
shines through, both in course prep notes and presentation. It is
nice to see high standards with a human face too & I loved the humour.
Phil is consistently authentic and I'm very respectful of his commitment
to our individual learning and evident love of coaching and what this means
for people generally.
The presence of the mentor team was
very much appreciated and the course would have been diminished without
their support and approachability."
Lucy Daniels
"(The course) has been a personal
learning experience of incredible richness - and very unexpected.
It has had high quality experiential learning and feedback to make this
objective. It provided comprehensive theory on which to base coaching
but in a very practical way. It was fun!
(The trainers are) excellent.
They have two very different, complementary styles. They are very committed
and professional. They show a very high level of commitment to excellence
in training, competency and practice. They provide a wealth of knowledge
and experience.
(The mentors were) a great mix of
personalities and skills to enable a link with all different needs of course
learners. Very available, open, honest and professional. Excellent
role models!"
Lynn Chamberlain-Clark
"Stunning!
I came primarily for the training hours and knew I would get more…. however
I never expected to get so much more! I have experienced/received
some amazing coaching & I have met some fabulous people. I have
felt validated in my coaching ability; I have grown as me and me as a coach.
I have felt gently stretched in all areas and walk out a significantly
"better" coach and I know I started as a great coach. I also know
that I will continue to grow and develop from here because of this experience.
Thank you.
(The trainers:) fabulous; very real
and passionate; clearly skilled and experienced; treating the 'attendees'
as equals and role-modelling a belief in the capabilities of everyone.
Proud of the coaching profession and a strong sense of having a role in
the increase of standards in the profession. Totally accepting.
(The mentors:) again fabulous:
individually caring and careful; really want people to achieve all they
can; skilled at role-modelling feedback. A spirit of generosity,
adding fun, energy, excitement, humour. Lovely human beings"
Marion Howard
"A tremendous learning
experience, delivered in a skilful, knowledgeable way. Well planned;
creative; lots of space to practice; loving. Gently building layer
on layer to an incredibly effective way of coaching.
(The trainers:) in one word
fabulous. In more words: a team, complementing each other in working
styles. Very effective, open and honest. Extremely experienced
in both coaching and training. Professional and ethical.
The mentor team has been a great
added value by their presence, helpfulness and feedback skills."
Mia van der Heijden
"An excellent
learning experience. A journey of discovery and revelation which
moved me from a doubting, sceptical observer to a committed coach.
I'm proud to have been a part of this course and I will be proud to tell
others about it."
Michele Duke
"My experience
has been one of a place to grow and develop my coaching skills in a well
designed and crafted journey. The environment has been safe and encouraging.
Each module I have enjoyed a deep sense of peace and joy knowing I am in
the right place and doing the right work.
Having attended a lot of training
which was excruciatingly painful, the complementarity that Phil and Colin
bring to the course just works! Their skill is reflected in my desire
to engage at all times. They bring an adult-to-adult framework which
is respectful, thoughtful and authentic. I intend to highly recommend
them to anyone considering coaching training.
The (mentor) team were consistently
thoughtful and encouraging in their feedback. I appreciated their
presence and contribution. I think the quality of the programme is
reflected in the quality of the mentors."
Moira Bailey
"It gave me everything
I need: skills, confidence, knowledge, colleagues, feedback…..to become
a successful coach. I feel I have everything I need for a solid foundation
before I embark on this profession. "Best programme" I have ever
been on.
(The trainers were) both extremely
competent, confidence instilling and respectful. I wish all courses
I have taken so far could have the level of professionalism and competency
as these trainers.
(The mentors were a) great resource
and great role models. The feedback has added to my learning."
Mona Shair
"Absolutely fantastic!!
One of the best organised, well-run programmes/courses of its kind that
I have ever attended. As I leave the programme, I feel equipped with
the tools needed to move forward and excited about progressing further
in coaching.
Both Colin and Phil are excellent,
skilled and knowledgeable. They are very talented; love the subject
matter. This is fully evident throughout the programme.
The mentors bring an added value
to the programme. They bring a wealth of knowledge, skill and energy that
rounds out the learning process."
Norma A. Nielsen
"An enjoyable
sense of having had a complete and rich learning experience. It felt
as if the course was thoughtfully and skilfully designed - for individual
progress and growth. The use of a variety of exercises/methods kept
the group energised and the course interesting throughout - despite exhausting
4-day weekends. I wanted to choose a high quality/professional course
that suited my learning style and other needs - CD certainly hit the spot.
(The trainers were) professional,
passionate and funny - dedicated to the learning process on our behalf.
I really appreciate the thoughtfulness put into the course
(The mentors were) committed and
supportive. Generous of their spirit and with their time: an essential
part of the course for me. Please give thanks all round."
Patricia Price
"Mind-blowing.
(I am) deeply impressed by how people were held and yet stretched; cared
for yet not rescued; empowered. The emphasis is on being more than
techniques and this rings true.
Very impressed by their (the trainers)
mutual understanding, respect, shared and individual skills, experience
and expertise. By their openness, honesty, readiness to make themselves
vulnerable. By their care and support of the whole group and of individuals.
By their incredibly thorough approach to training. By their readiness
to listen, learn, make changes.
(The mentors were) very aware, alert,
supportive, generous of their time, energy and spirit. A priceless
resource. Their feedback was valuable, often invaluable."
Patrick Hobbs
"Another step
forward in my personal development: the course has given me what I consider
to be a true and meaningful understanding of what it means to be a coach.
An intense and highly effective
learning experience, it has created an opportunity to meet many different,
interesting and enlightening people. I have learned many tools and
techniques that will be useful in other areas of my life as well as coaching.
(The trainers are) honest, open,
serious, passionate about coaching, caring and supportive. Delivery
of training is clear, well thought through. This is an empowering experience
- not all the answers are given!
I have immense admiration for the
mentor team in terms of their commitment and the value they add.
Feedback on coaching sessions is clear, clean and well thought through.
I felt in safe hands and trusted them. The mentors are always available
to help with questions - their contributions and guidance in check-in sessions
is extremely valuable."
Penny Burnett
"I have learned
everything that I hoped to learn about coaching as well as a great deal
about myself as a person and as a coach. The course has been a life enriching
experience, opening up opportunities in my life and alternative ways of
being in a way that I had not expected.
I have really appreciated the trainers'
knowledge, their authenticity and the consideration they have put into
the course. They co-created a wonderful safe learning environment.
The mentors' input has been incredibly
useful to me both in and between the sessions. Their contribution
as additional observers provided me with very rich and useful feedback
and I really valued their ability to help with queries throughout the course."
Penny Craufurd
"Enjoyable, thought-provoking
and challenging: I have grown and learned a lot in the last 5 months.
The level of feedback/observation is significant and much more than I have
experienced on other courses. The quality of the feedback from the
MCC team is amazing and has resulted in big shifts for me.
I rate both Colin and Phil very highly.
They are clearly dedicated to their field and want coaches coming out of
their programme to be highly skilled and confident. A lot of thought
has gone into the content and structure, and the result is a well-run programme,
with lots of opportunity to practice and a lot of content."
Sarah Sparks
"Challenging,
motivating and rigorous. The structure, tight management and focus
on experiential learning gives a real depth and solidity to how I and other
participants have developed as coaches. The right things have arrived
at the right time and there has been a real sense for me of layers of sophistication
and competence. The practice between modules has really enhanced
the learning. The course has been a safe place and risk taking has
been encouraged very productively.
The trainers have been open and modelled
the values and practice of coaching. They have encouraged a sense
of the value of diversity and authenticity. They have encouraged
fun and play which has helped learning, but they've also kept a discipline
over the programme as a whole. Their experience is extensive and
valuable; they have also been prepared to make themselves vulnerable and
been open that they are learning too."
Stuart Linnett
"Acute learning.
It feels like TS Elliot's 'arrive at where we started from and know the
place for the first time'. I have found myself intellectually challenged
and challenged through the practical sessions and I have taken the challenge
away to live with during and between modules. I thought I knew what
I was coming to, thought it would be about me gaining control of new things.
It has been about me learning to build a space where control happens: I
don't create it. 'In my end is my beginning': TS Elliot shapes for
me the things I cannot.
Arriving with years of experience
of courses, from both ends, I was seriously shocked by the circle of 50
faces and thought 'this won't work'! Throughout I have been impressed
by the structure and thought that has gone into the design and the content,
by the different styles of Phil and Colin and their professional passion
for all they do, which is key. It's the real 'mattering' that counts.
You walk the talk big time!"
Sue Tomlin
"This programme
runs on a much deeper level than the teaching of skills - it is impossible
to complete it and not be changed in some fundamental, positive way.
I am changed, therefore my reality is changed.
(The trainers') respect, care and
concern for the emotional safety of participants is noteworthy. But
it is their earnest desire to not only impart new skills and insights,
but their uncompromising guardianship of the coaching process that really
validates and protects the standards and makes the profession something
to aspire to.
(The mentors) have been an unassuming
but vital part of this course, showing an interest and concern for participants;
giving valuable support, advice and insights unstintingly. Their presence
is invaluable."
Yolanda McIntyre
"It has been an
extraordinarily developmental process. Phil and Colin have set up
a wonderful programme, from the safe, supportive 'feel' to it; to the range
and depth of exercises and experiences. I've never been on a course
that has been as engaging and powerful. I feel that my coaching has
benefited enormously.
(The trainers are) absolutely wonderful
and a great combination. I can't imagine more skilled trainers.
They are really encouraging, supportive and knowledgeable. They model
excellence in coaching and their expertise in developing others has made
this a great course. And they bring a light touch - we all laughed
a lot too.
(The mentors were) just terrific.
Utter commitment, seeking any opportunity to encourage and help."
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